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On April 22 I took my grandson to his piano lessons. I asked if I could do some metal detecting in the yard to look for coins. The first swing of the detector next to the walk into the front door gave me a good reading. I dug down about three inches and out popped a Wagener High School class ring from 1967. The ring looked really good but was dirty. I also found a few pennies, to see if he had a yearbook from Wagener a nickel and a dime during the 30-minute High School for 1967. I was lucky he had piano class. one. I began to look through the senior class When I got home I used some soap, pictures. There I found a person with the water and a toothbrush and cleaned the correct initials. It was C. Steve Jeffcoat. ring. It looked really great after cleaning. I My mailman said that he knew Steve and decided that I would try to find the owner that they had moved to West Columbia. He and return the ring if I could find him/her. told me that Steve had married the girl that On the inside of class ring were the initials had lived in the house where I had found CSJ. Now, how was I going to find out who the ring in the yard. I knew that I was on the had lost it? I remembered that my mailman Submitted photos was close to my age so I went to his house Please see RING, page 30 Ron Hall returns class ring to Steve Jeffcoat. 2 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Going to the picture show was always an adventure Memories is the originator of the “not.” Several years about every thing we did. Elliott especially the theater. The movie had been in progress Memories are precious. Memories are ago I was showing Mama a gaudy ring that enjoyed telling them about my ring! about 30 or 40 minutes, and Mama whis- something that cannot be taken away from I had just purchased, Another movie trip involved all of the pered to me, “I thought you said that this you. Memories bring you great comfort and and she had the audacity Youngs and the Fogles. I remember that movie was about a preacher from another joy. Memories can sustain you through diffi- to ask me if it was real it was a Friday in May, but I don’t recall planet. And I have been waiting for the cult times. Memories allow you to remember or not, and I said it was the year. However, as usual, our first stop preacher to appear.” When she said that, I from where you came and look forward to not. Ever since then she was at a restaurant; this time it was Red started laughing, then Mama started laugh- where you are going. Memories are God’s always asks “is that a Lobster. We told the waiter that we need ing, and the more we tried not to laugh, the gift from the past for the future. “not” or not. Elliott gave to get our order quickly for we were going more we laughed. Tyler was captivated with me the devil all that day to see Smokey and the Bandit. Our waiter watching E. T., however, he was also highly Going to the Picture Show and for months after for obliged us, and we hurriedly made it to the embarrassed, for he began begging; “Mama, The other night my son Tyler, my husband spending money on a movie…I was driving! Smokey and the you and Grandma stop laughing; everyone Garry, and I were watching television. After LEMYRA “not.” After shopping we Bandit had not yet started; however, the the- is looking at you!” (I wish that I had a dime the news program ended, Tyler changed YOUNG then had lunch at Morri- ater was dark since coming attractions were for every time when Tyler was young that he the channel to a movie. I had walked into son’s Cafeteria. All three being shown. Of course, I got tickled as we asked me to stop laughing, “because every- the kitchen, but as the music at the opening boys have always been big eaters (even to opened the doors. It was dark as pitch and one is looking at you.”) Mama and I finally of the movie began to play, I heard Garry this day) and would much rather eat a good all of the seats were filled except down at got control of ourselves and did not laugh ask Tyler if the movie was Star Wars. Tyler meal than eat a bunch of junk food. I recall the very front, so here we go trooping down again until the movie was over. To this day told him no; it is Super Man. Some ten or Elliott eating every thing on his plate and all the aisle to the front. We finally found seats we still laugh about the “little preacher from fifteen minutes later, I had finished up in the leftovers on everyone else’s plate. Point- for all of us but not together. After the movie another planet.” the kitchen, folded clothes, and was pro- ing his fork at food he would ask each one of ended, Howard was the first one to stand up. In 1978, when we went to see Superman, ceeding to the bedroom area of our home. us in turn, “are you going to eat that?” and if He complained all the way up the aisle, all Tyler would have been six years old, Kenny As I passed by the television set, I asked we said “no,” then he would stab it with his the way home, and for two or three weeks would have been almost eleven, and Elliott Tyler what year was Superman released. He fork and into his mouth it would fly. later that he had a crick in his neck from would have been fourteen. Elliott and Kenny pressed the menu key, which not only told We finally made it to the theater which at having to practically lie down to watch the both have sons of their own now. And Tyler us, 1978, but also who starred in the movie that time was housed in a separate building movie. As Howard often said that excursion no longer begs me to stop laughing, for most and a brief summary. I then commented that from the mall. Of course there were all kinds was two trips for him…his first and his last. of the time I am laughing at or with him for I remember when the movie first came out, of Super Man memorabilia to be purchased. One thing is for sure, we never fooled him some crazy thing that he has said or done. it was around Christmas time 1978 that I Elliott and I were in line to get popcorn to go to the movies again. Our movie trips are now far less than they took Tyler and Elliott and Kenny Fogle to and drinks; Tyler and Kenny were running When Tyler was about ten, Mama, Tyler, once were… with the introduction of first Columbia to Dutch Square to see the movie. around like two wild boys looking at all and I went to Columbia to do some shop- the VCR, now the DVD, and other tech- Myra and Howard, the Fogle brothers’ par- the Super Man items. Kenny came dashing ping. I told Mama that if we had time, that nology that I know little if nothing about, ents, went in the opposite direction to finish toward me and Elliott and told Elliott to give I would like to take Tyler to see the movie watching a movie is as simple as picking up up Santa Claus. him some money to buy some Kryptonite; E.T. I told her that it was about a creature your universal remote control, pressing the As usual, my mind began to wander to Elliott emphatically replied, “No, you are from another planet, but that it was not correct buttons, and relaxing in the comfort that day so many years ago. I remember that not buying anything that you can’t eat!” scary and that it was geared to children. of your own home. Howard gave Kenny and Elliott each $20.00 After the movie, we returned to Wagener With all of our shopping behind us and our As with many remembered times, it is not to spend. (That would be like giving them and I took the Fogle boys home. As we stomachs full from lunch, we made it to the necessarily the occasion but the people that $50.00 each in today’s economy.) Before the were going in the door, Howard began bom- movie. The theater was filled with children shared it with you. Memories are truly pre- movie we did a little shopping in the mall; I barding us with questions about our excur- and many adults too, however, we had no cious and so much more so when they are remember buying my first “not.” My mama sion. We all began to tell him and Myra trouble in finding good seats about mid way shared with those you love.

Photo by Chris Fraser Mike’s Ryukyu Kempo Karate and Kobudo competed in Beach Battle XIX on April 26 in Myrtle Beach. Bringing home seven first-place ribbons, seven second-place ribbons and three third-place ribbons in Forms, Weapons and Sparring. Pictured, from left, front row, are Jacob Yon, Tyler Frechette, Hank Poole and Atticus Nusbaum. Back row: Joshua Submitted photo Yon, Tom Fraser, Ren- This photo is the 1940 graduating class of Wagener High School, standing on shi Mike Tinsley and the front steps of Wagener First Baptist Church. If you recognize anyone in Shane Poole. the photo, call LeMyra Young at (803) 564-5588. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 3 TOWN OF WAGENER NEWS

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Summer tips to keep BUSBEE ELEM. NEWS you and your family safe According to the Consumer Products Safety Summer reading Commission, while summer can mean more fun, it also means more trips to the emergency room for One of the great things to do over the many Americans. Here are some of the Commis- summer is to sit out side under a shade tree sion’s summer safety tips: and read a good book. Busbee Elementary Always wear a helmet and other safety gear wants to help our student have this oppor- when biking, skating, and skateboarding, and also when riding scooters, all-terrain vehicles, and tunity. We are providing every rising first- horses. Studies have shown that bicycle helmets through fifth-grade student with a book to reduce the risk of injury by 85 percent. read over the summer break. Students will Prevent swimming pool tragedies by placing be given a choice of one out of six titles barriers completely around your pool to prevent to read. With the book, an activity guide access. Use door and pool alarms. Closely super- vise your child when he or she is around or in will also be given. This guide will be full your pool. of activities for the student to do over the Never bring a charcoal grill indoors. Burning summer to keep their reading and study Submitted photos charcoal produces carbon monoxide, which can skills fresh. The completed activities will be Ms. Emerling’s class as the self-contained first-place winner. be deadly. When cooking out on a gas grill, check the turned into the student’s 2008-09 teacher for air tubes to ensure there are no blockages from credit. The books will also be collected at insects, spiders, or food grease. Check hoses that time. We feel this is a wonderful oppor- to make sure they are in good shape. Check for tunity for our students to improve the most cracking, brittleness, holes, and leaks. Make sure there are no sharp bends in the tubes. If you important skill they can learn: how to read! detect a leak, immediately turn off the gas and do not attempt to light the grill until it has been fixed. School summer hours Make sure your playground area is safe. Most Summer office hours for Busbee Elemen- playground accidents are from falls, so make sure the surface is soft; use at least nine inches tary will be different than during the school of wood chips or mulch. Concrete, asphalt, or year. The office will be open from 8 a.m. packed dirt surfaces are too hard and can cause until 5:30 p.m. These hours will be on Mon- injury. day through Thursday. The school building Allow only one person at a time on a tram- poline. Do not allow somersaults. Use a shock- will be closed on Fridays. Feel free to call absorbing pad to cover the springs, and place the the office if you have any question. trampoline away from structures and other play areas. Children under 6 years old should not be Operation Rudolph allowed to use a full-size trampoline. Warn children not to allow a game of hide-n- Thank you to all who helped the PTO this seek to become deadly. Make sure they cannot year by helping us gain Campbell’s Labels for Ms. C. Poole’s class as the 4K-5th grade winner. get into any old cedar chests, latch-type freezers Education Bonus points. Your participation in or refrigerators, iceboxes in campers, clothes the Operation Rudolph project allowed us to er to provide better educa- dyers, or picnic coolers. Childproof all old appli- ances and warn children not to play inside them. send toothpaste, dental floss, bar soap, hand tion for our students by Install window guards to prevent children from sanitizer, deodorant, batteries, shampoo and teaching them life lessons. falling out of open windows, or install window conditioner to our Marines serving overseas. stops that permit windows to open no more than A special thank you goes out to our teachers four inches. Keep furniture away from windows to April Adcock, a fifth- discourage children from climbing near them. and support staff that took the time out of If you’re mowing your lawn and children enter their busy schedules to gather 156 energy/ grade student in Ms. the area, turn the mower off. If your lawn slopes breakfast/snack bars. Also, a thank you shout Emerling’s class, deliv- and you’re mowing with a push mower, mow out goes to Ms. Wooten’s first grade class for ers boxes to Operation across the slope, never up and down. With a Rudolph pick up loca- riding mower, drive up and down the slope, not the artwork they sent. across. Never carry children on a riding mower. The PTO appreciates you working togeth- tion. #VEEZT
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In my service as a Wagener Town Councilman for the past 5 years, I had begun to appreciate the services provided by our repre- sentatives on both the state and federal levels. Unfortunately, I think our representation on the state level has been less than optimal for the past two years. I would like to return a high level of accessibility and visibility to District 96, which our constituents have been missing. This area is composed mostly of the small towns and unincorporated rural areas of Lexington and Aiken Counties, which are often overlooked. We Why Should I Vote? Why Should I Vote, and Why Should I Vote for Mike Miller to Represent our District 96 in the June 10 Primary? If you don’t vote, then you should have no reason to be unhappy, or complain about your representation, services to your district, or any other aspect of your government. If you do vote, you should vote for a Representative who will do just that, represent you, be pres- ent and accessible to you. One that will know and understand your needs and be available, ready, and willing to hear and act on your behalf. “I would like to return a high level of accessibility and visibility to District 96, which our constituents have been missing” Miller stated. “This area is composed mostly of the small towns and rural areas of Lexington and Aiken Counties, which are often overlooked. We need a strong, aggressive voice in the State House to see that our people are heard, and their needs and concerns are addressed. “ Former S.C House Rep. Ken Clark states, “I have known Mike Miller for about six years; he is an outstanding candidate to represent House District 96. “He is educated, hard working and has an excellent reputation as an upstanding, involved citizen with a strong work ethic and sound Christian morals and values. His involvement in community activities and his service on the Wagener Town Council prepare him well for the role. District 96 needs a Representative who is active and involved in the District’s business. Clark went on to state, “There are many issues that need attention and need to be worked on and improved in the small rural towns and unincorporated areas that make up District 96.

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affects many locals By JIM WEST However, as I handed the family history book Columnist described above back to Mary and discussed By CHERYL DESROSIERS a few items with her, I suddenly felt that as I Contributor and owner of Outaways Cafe I have had in my possession, over the past look into Mary’s face and eyes I was actually several months, one of the most amazing fam- talking to her ancestors. Eight Belles trained with Legacy ily history books – one that was loaned to me I heard the story of how proud Mary’s Stables for only two and a half months but by a trusting friend, Mary Lybrand. As most mother was of her family history, and of her my daughter, Kristi, remembers her viv- of you know, Mary was the manager of the great determination to write it all down for idly. “She was so sweet. I used to hold her Security Federal Bank, in Wagener, until her future generations. What I really came to real- head in my hands and she was so mushy!” retirement, several years ago. ize was that Mary and her family are more As an exercise rider, Kristi was one of the The book is a history of the Cherokee patriotic toward the United States of America fortunate ones to have ridden Eight Belles. Indian Nation, with particular reference to the than I could ever be! Her family was already It was the night of the 134th Kentucky movement of the Cherokee Nation from North here when mine sailed across the Atlantic a Derby and there was much excitement Carolina, Tennessee and upstate South Caro- century later! The personal pride and respect at Outaways Café. With the help of John lina to Oklahoma, i.e. The Trail of Tears, the for the land and the environment was already Little, we somehow managed to hook up settlement there and the family history over here and working everyday, when my ances- an old Motorola television, complete with Pictures of Kristi riding Eight Belles the past 150 years. Mary’s great-great-great tors arrived. rabbit ears. John spent an hour trying to get hangs in Outaways Cafe. grandmother was full-blooded Cherokee. Ah, the true spirit of Memorial Day! We a clear picture for us by the start of the race I returned Mary’s book on May 15 and we are what we stand up for in our lives every- at 6:05 p.m. John and Sally hadn’t planned handed me a cutting from a Magnolia had a brief conversation about the book and day. Are we honest, trustworthy, loyal to one on watching the race but with all the excite- bush taken from his yard as I said, “We her family and the Cherokee Nation. another, and forever trying to improve our ment, they decided to stay. Sally became are all really upset.” Garry responded, I have often thought about my own history, country, by voicing our concerns and voting hooked once she saw all the beautiful hors- “We are also upset. I cut this for you to with family and relatives involved in the Civil in the various elections? If you are concerned es prancing toward the starting gate. put in water. This branch has new growth War, World War I, my dad serving in North about America, then follow our ancestors’ Kristi does not like watching the races and represents rebirth.” Garry understood. Africa and Italy during World War II, my leadership, and vote your choice in the next with me. I have no control whatsoever Pictures of Kristi riding Eight Belles own involvement in the Vietnam Conflict and general election. Please honor and respect over my emotions during a race. I scream, are hanging on our restaurant wall above my son’s service in Somalia, Iraq and other your ancestors by expressing your opinions jump up and down and I hug (a lot). My a poem entitled “A Dream of Dreams areas, with the United States Marine Corps. and voting when you have the opportunity. emotions were certainly contagious as – A Tribute to Eight Belles” (author we watched Eight Belles show the world unknown). Although the poem is too what she was truly made of. Imagine lengthy to publish here, the last two verses being the only filly running against 19 say it all: guys and coming in second place! Our I was so bold, so brilliant, so wildly blessed, phones began ringing off the hook. Calls I ran with the wind, I ran with the best, 4HE4/7./&0%229 were coming in from everywhere! Deep in my heart, I knew somehow I had won, The euphoria soon vanished as Kristi And as I fell to my knees, I looked towards ISACCEPTINGBIDS received news that Eight Belles was down the setting sun. on the track. Before we could digest FORTHEPURCHASEOFTHE what was happening, Eight Belles was It was shining so brightly on my piece of euthanized. We were in shock. The mood track, FOLLOWINGITEM quickly shifted from loud celebration to I smiled so warmly, as I laid my head back, quiet sadness and utter disbelief. Kristi The price was so high, and it was my turn went back to the kitchen to cook and the to pay, */(.$%%2%'%.%2!4/2 rest of us went about our usual business, And even if I’d known, I would of raced hoping to block out the horror of the today, anyway. evening’s event. +7+OHLERPOWERSYSTEMS Within the hour, Garry Young came into I went home and gave our horses extra the restaurant. I could barely speak. Garry carrots and extra kisses. 4& COURTNEY CENTER’S PLANTS 0ERSONSINTERESTEDINBIDDINGONTHEITEM SHOULDSUPPLYTHEIRSEALEDBIDTOTHE Photo by Carolyn Rushton 4OWNOF0ERRYNOLATERTHAN The Courtney Center would like to thank agricul- ture teacher Allen Williams at Wagener-Salley High !-ON*UNE  School and his greenhouse students. Not only did "IDSSUBMITTEDAFTERTHEDEADLINEWILLNOTBECONSIDERED they again grow lots of gorgeous plants and hang- ing baskets this year, but they again gave us our 0ERRY4OWN(ALLISLOCATEDAT pick of what we wanted and after a little digging and watering they now have a bed of their own. %AST2AILROAD!VE 0ERRY 3#

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These men and women are away from their families, their homes and their familiar surroundings and spending every day in strange lands, where people speak unfamiliar languages.

These men and women are risking their lives, to ensure your freedom to do as you wish everyday.

Please honor their dedication to you, by acquainting yourself with the many candidates running for public office. Support the many men and women who are already supporting you, by going to the polls and VOTING, when you have the opportunity!

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Please take advantage of your privilege to vote, and you WILL make a difference in your community!

This ad is dedicated to the “spirit” of Susannah Young Deer Hendricks, a full-blooded Cherokee, who made the trip from North Georgia and North Carolina to the Oklahoma territory, on the Trail of Tears. Her great-great-great grand daughters are Mary Lybrand and the late Kay Young of Wagener, S.C. who truly make a difference in our community 150 years later. Thank you for your business. Remember us when you need tires, auto service or fuel. 1=KL.AJ=)AD #F; ( '9AF-L 19?=F=J - 'GF<9Q JA<9Q ' *'   -9LMJ<9Q ' *' !9K A=K=D M=D &M:JA;9FLK MLGEGLAN=*9JLK '9BGJ'AFGJ,=H9AJK (*-=JNA;==FL=J 9JEMJ=9M.AJ=K R119677•052808 10 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, May 28, 2008 A.L. CORBETT MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS A LETTER FROM ALC PRINCIPAL BASS

Dear ALCMS Families and Friends: Nothing can take the place of a persis- During the summer months many tent parent. If a parent is unable to per- students have the opportunity to visit suade and persist for a student to become the library to check successful in school, perhaps there is a out books and community member or other family mem- access information ber willing to take on this responsibility. through the computer. The middle school years can become Research supports very difficult for students because they the notion that read- experience so many changes. They need ing is fundamental the stabilizing hand of an adult who to success in school. wants to see them succeed. Students need A reading list has the benefits of the experience of older been provided to all adults. DEBORAH students in the middle As we conclude another wonderful BASS school. The expecta- year of growth and opportunity at A.L. tion is that at least one of the books will Corbett, I want to reflect on the wonder- be read prior to returning to school Aug. ful community we serve and the many Submitted photos 18. I hope that all parents make certain volunteers that impact the lives of chil- their students have library cards to access dren. The success of our students mirrors Integrated art grant reading materials. the success of the communities we serve Carmen Holley, ALCMS art teacher, I recently finished a book, Gifted and our shared beliefs for our quality of received a grant for integrating art into Hands, by Ben Carson, a professor and life. the curriculum and for infusing technol- director of pediatric neurosurgery at I hope you will consider how impor- ogy. She is working with her students Johns Hopkins. In addition to his faith, tant you are to this process by working on the history of the Wagener area and he writes that reading was the key to his with students and letting them know your surrounding communities to complete a success. He gives credit to the persistence thoughts about achieving an education. A mural that is scheduled for the cafeteria of his mother who decided that she was good education can be a mark of excel- wall. To begin the research, she took not going to allow him to fail as a young lence in reaching the desired goals in the the students on a walking field trip to student. After his study habits were community. I hope you have a wonderful the Wagener Museum. Bill Bodie, Al developed, his success became inevitable. summer filled with positive family and Jeffcoat, Maradell Ray and Mozelle He gives example after example of how community interactions. Darmondy were gracious hosts for the educators. The purpose of SCAAP is to reading opened doors of opportunity, as Sincerely, students and their chaperones. develop four separate arts assessments well as opened his mind to more learning Deborah Bass, Ph.D. In the effort of acquiring an appre- aligned to the South Carolina Visual and experiences. Principal ciation for our town, art students will Performing Arts Curriculum Standards research the history of Wagener and 2003. With the SCAAP assessments, arts surrounding communities, represent the educators and school district personnel historical facts visually, and create mini- can authentically measure and evaluate murals. their students’ arts achievement. More- The students and chaperones walked over, because the SCAAP assessments from school to the Wagener Museum are based on statewide curriculum stan- in town and saw artifacts of our ances- dards, the assessment has the potential tors, watched a movie about our town’s to unify instructional objectives in arts heritage and heard stories told by Bodie. classrooms throughout the state and The best part of the trip for many of my serve as a model for other states inter- students is that their parent or another ested in measuring student achievement family member attended the trip, too. in the arts and improving arts education. A.L. Corbett Middle School was proud South Carolina Arts Assessment and privileged to be a part of the pilot Program Piloted at A.L. Corbett testing for the state. Pictured below are The music and art students at A.L. students taking the computer-based por- Corbett Middle School have been tion of the music test. involved in an assessment test for the state department. The test called Principal’s Annual Picnic SCAAP, South Carolina Arts Assess- Students enjoyed the Principal’s ment Program, is a collaborative effort Annual Picnic that is planned each among the South Carolina State Depart- spring to honor good character. More cent Cities Park and were presented with a port of parents and the community in ment of Education, the University of than 100 students had the opportunity school bag. They were an example of what helping to mold these wonderful leaders South Carolina, and South Carolina arts to have lunch with the principal at Cres- is right with our youth. Thanks for the sup- of tomorrow. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 11 VISITING NANA AT WORK

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Designs for gardens range of planting of trees, flowers and gardens from formalized designed beds to casual honoring local heroes with placement of plantings. All express the joy of growing Blue Star Markers, balloons, streamers flowers. There is no charge to visit these and appropriate signage. Many events are gardens. The gardens are generously scheduled throughout South Carolina for made available by each homeowner to your enjoyment to increase one’s inter- the community for “one day at a time” Submitted photo est as well as the importance of garden- during National Garden Week. If you Michael Dean and mom Tina at his second ball game. ing. Garden Club Tours will be offered have any questions or need further infor- throughout the state of South Carolina. mation, call (843) 522-8866 or e-mail On June 5, the Garden Club of South [email protected]. Grandchildren are precious Carolina, Inc. celebrates National Garden As members of the Wagener Garden Week by sponsoring Clemson Flower Club, we hope you will take part in one By HEIDI CHAVOUS find someone to rent with option to buy Day in association with the S.C. Botani- of the events in South Carolina during Contributor their house right away and we had lots cal Garden at Clemson University from National Garden Week. We encourage of empty room so we said come on, and 1 to 4:30 p.m. with no admission charge. you to visit Gunter Park in Wagener to After all the years of family and friends eventually we will all move to Wagener Scheduled events include a small stan- see the renovation work that has begun telling me I needed grandchildren, I together. So with this move I don’t have dard flower show “From the Mountains with the addition of two flower beds. finally got one. All of a sudden our lives to drive to Charleston to see our grandson, To the Sea,” workshops, exhibits and Happy gardening! changed. he is right upstairs, even his granddad The saying that you don’t miss what can’t wait for him to be big enough to go you never had really has applied to me, fishing and hunting with him. His grandpa also the fact that I have been at Wagener- Doug did start out by saying “Now don’t Salley High School for the last 20 years thing we are going to do this and that just has provided me with lots of “other because this baby is going to be here.” peoples” kids and in turn their kids, my Well as soon as these two are in the room friends have also been generous with shar- together I don’t know whose smile is the ing their children and grandchildren. biggest and forget the part about what Now all of a sudden this new little per- we are or are not going to do because he son comes into my life and in the short has his grandpa wrapped around his little THE CHAPEL OF LOVE time he has been here everything has finger. changed. The first thing to go was my As for me, and this new chapter in my PASTOR LEROY & CAROLYN DODSON night job, yes after 12 years of working 16 life I have decided not only to quit my hours days I finally quit and on the com- night job but to once again tackle my diet puterized resignation every thing seems to and this time I will stick to it because I be on the computer now. On the form they have lots of plans and lot of places I need A full gospel fellowship wanted to know why and I put … “to be to take my grandson and I need to be in proclaiming Jesus as Lord! a grandma.” Now instead of rushing from good shape to do this. school to the night job I rush home to play People say that children are a bless- with the baby, make supper and play with ing from God and I always knew this. I the baby some more. had plans to do some kind of work with Invites YOU to worship: My daughter Tina and her husband children when I was through with work- moved to Columbia at the beginning of ing at school. I never dreamed I would be April. Since they were lucky enough to blessed with a little one of our own. SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY 10 AM 17 held June 7, 14 and 21 from 10 a.m. WORSHIP 11 AM until noon. Please join us for fun, games, BRIEFLY discussions and refreshments. Classes will WEDNESDAY SERVICE be held at Christ Central Institute, High- 7:00 PM King’s Daughter classes way 39, Wagener, and are sponsored by will be held through June Antioch Bible Way Church, Wagener. For more information, call Judy W. Williams Highway 302 toward Aiken Let’s Talk About It for girls ages 10- at (803) 564-5430. outside Wagener 3t Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 15

R119680•WT052808 16 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Berlin Baptist hosts Mother Daughter Banquet The Women’s Missionary Union (WMU) of Berlin Baptist Church hosted a Mother Daughter Banquet on Satur- day, May 3. The banquet was held in the church fellowship hall. A lovely meal catered by Sweet Mag- nolia in Pelion and was enjoyed by the 75 ladies that attended the event. Tracy Thomson, pastor of Open Bible Baptist Church in Swansea, provided special music that featured moving songs about the love that mothers provide. Kari Heffron from Christ Central Min- istries’ Hannah House. Hannah House is a faith-based transitional housing facility serving Columbia and the surrounding communities. The program is designed to foster personal and spiritual growth in the life of residents by offering more than shel- ter; they offer the opportunity for a life change. Of the 32,000 people that experience homelessness in South Carolina each year, 32 percent are women. Heffron shared that Hannah House is educating these women about a better way of life through jobs skills training, life skills classes, and one-on-one men- torship relationships. A typical stay at Hannah House lasts three to six months. Residents receive three meals a day, personal hygiene supplies, and other items that are essential to daily life. The banquet wrapped up with the drawing for several door prizes. Frances Johnson is the president of Berlin Baptist WMU. “There is a center to each home from For more photos, see page 20. which all love must start. The center of our home is in our mother’s heart.” Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 17 CTFK NEWS Make Father’s Day

Golf Anyone? pregnancy tests, prenatal classes, and par- Special Churches Together for Kids Ministries enting classes. All services are free and hosted their first charity Golf Tournament confidential. Call for an appointment or with a New Recliner on May 2 at Cooper’s Creek Golf Club. if you need more information 564-9722, One hundred and eight golfers came out on walk-ins are welcomed. The WPCC is • Financing Available $299 & up a beautiful day for a round of golf, lots of located at 231 Main St. S., Wagener. door prizes, great food, and opportunities to win Hole-n-one prizes (New ford Mustang Giving Back for Back to School '63/*563&
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By LILY HERNDON-WEAKS collections and donors as well as the Columnist physical plans for the building and land can be found. Wagener’s Divine Appointment? Imagine a place with more than Ken Clark, CEO of Christ Central 73,000 volumes of Christian research Institute, emphasizes The upcoming library seems to be yet another sign, materials, and where 3,000 of the the benefits that the not only of the growth and potential of CCI, but also of books and resources in the collection town can expect to the town of Wagener, itself. are historic and rare, such as manu- experience, both It is as if the town has been chosen by a higher power scripts from Thomas Aquinas and Mar- from CCI and the to truly become a “city on a hill” and a light for those tin Luther. new library, saying seeking higher knowledge and a higher power. What if the facility housing that huge “Wagener can have collection was home to a museum of all the economic For more information about the library, its collections, the Christ Central Conservatory Fund, or other Christ important Christian artifacts? Clark growth and new busi- What if the visitor to such a place ness opportunities of Central news, visit ccins.org, or call (803) 564-5902 could also check out Christian resource a college town, without the typical and request Ken Clark as a speaker for your church or materials? Have contemplation time in headaches that often accompany higher civic group. a quiet chapel? Enjoy art on display in education facilities, like drinking, When looking at this library information online, view- the beautiful gallery, purchase books drugs, and partying, not to mention ers of the site are especially encouraged to read the and other resources in the bookstore other issues that come with college articles under the heading “Past Words,” where the and utilize a computer lab? sporting events, like traffic and crowd contents of many of the manuscripts in the collection What if the visitor could even attend issues.” are summarized, providing a unique opportunity to a class, hear live music or participate He reminds readers and those who understand the messages of those important writers in other events and then relax in the come to hear him speak that the entire from the past. gardens or on the patio? area can benefit from the kinds of Thanks to the vision of CCI staff people coming to study and research at members, the acquisition of two major CCI and the new library. Christian research library collections, These people will utilize local busi- did not realize at the time was that what was then called the Christian and a huge dose of Divine intervention, nesses, will socialize with and even there was another, even larger collec- Heritage Center and Library, and as she the Town of Wagener will be able to marry local residents, and will give tion waiting in the wings. heard that the collection was going to a boast of and enjoy just such a facility. their time and considerable talents to A collection whose devoted patron, new home, she was devastated. The Christ Central Institute Research the town, many of them hopefully set- Greg Humphries, needed to entrust to When Pastor Jones suggested that Library, which will be located off tling permanently in the area. an organization that would help him she should perhaps follow the collec- Highway 39, is scheduled for an offi- Students at CCI are required to join continue his divine vision of compil- tion, and relocate to Wagener, she was cial open house in the winter of 2009, a local church, and those remaining in ing and preserving a Christian Heritage amused, but did not at first take the with construction beginning soon. the town would obviously become fur- Museum and Library. suggestion seriously. The facility will be open for public ther involved with local spiritual and Like many other “Divine Appoint- She told her husband and her pastor use six days per week and will attract community organizations. ments” at Christ Central, this one about the advice, though, and, incred- leaders, researchers, scholars, writers The library will be an attraction in also came to pass in a meaningful and ibly, the more they thought about it, and those seeking to learn about our the area, and being located on the main extraordinary way. the more it made sense. Christian history and heritage to the thoroughfare, but set far back on the When Humphries learned about She and her husband had a back- town of Wagener, from all over the property and beautifully designed and Christ Central’s mission work and ground in home-based, caretaking country and beyond. landscaped, will give folks a wonder- institute for higher learning and train- ministries, their house was up for sale, The library’s collection will continue ful first impression of the town of ing for ministry work, he knew his and they were already considering relo- to grow through the Christ Central Wagener. beloved collection had found its right- cating. Conservatory Fund, which will acquire, The library’s collection may be ful home. When their pastor suggested they use preserve, and circulate rare Christian viewed online at ccins.org, where the Christ Central and their new research an upcoming trip to Georgia to check literature under the leadership of Greg titles are available to interested viewers library found even more than a partner out CCI and the town of Wagener, they Humphries, whose role in this story is as well as descriptions of the original and donor when Pastor Jones and Jason changed their normal route and drove described below. collections, and the story of where they Conrad traveled to Virginia to meet through South Carolina, wondering if Although it has nothing to do with came from and how they arrived at with Humphries, though. CCI might have a home for them and the town’s secular library system of Christ Central. It seemed yet another Divine their gifts, just as it had for the library course, the vision of those at CCI is In a nutshell, Pastor Jimmy Jones Appointment was waiting in the wings, collection. for the facility to be “a destination for had already acquired a large, important in the form of a loyal patron of the Vir- To make a long story short, Mr. young and old in the community for collection from a Washington State ginia library, Ruth Ramussen. and Mrs. Ramussen are now living in fellowship, food, education, entertain- religious college that was closing She was wandering about the facility Wagener, and working for CCI. He ment and counsel.” down. looking for Humphries when she came works on grounds and maintenance, Folks curious about the library can That 30,000 book library was to upon him, the CCI folks, and the attor- and she works with student affairs and read all about it on CCI’s website be used in Christ Central’s planned ney arranging the transition. housing, the two of them residing in a ccins.org, where the full scoop on the research facility, but what Pastor Jones Ramussen was very familiar with CCI home in town. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 19

NEWS FROM THE MISSION HOUSE After faithfully serving

By NELLIE BLACK all of this possible with the food and clothes. the congregation of Wagener The Mission House director To everyone reading this, I thought you might like to see the amount of food we give United Methodist Church School will be out this month and that out every two weeks. This is my shopping means more families need extra food. This is list for 200 families: 40 cases of vegetables, for six years our mission here to help those families that 17 cases of canned meats, six bales of rice, are in need. We provide clothes for these six bales of grits, 15 cases of cookies, 15 Reverend families as well. cases of cereal. These are the basics. If there Kristen R. Richardson-Frick It’s an exciting and busy time for us as we is extra money we try for personal items prepare this time of year when school lest such as toothpaste, soap and shampoo. This has been appointed to out and summer begins. is done twice a month. We now have three full-time and three Thanks to our supporters that donate St. Paul’s UMC part-time volunteers that help us put all this money and food to us. Between you and the together and I could not do this without sales of our thrift store, God always comes them. This time of year every one seems to through for us. We try not to ever turn any- be in spring cleaning mode. They are send- one away that needs a helping hand. But for ing us good clothes and other items, which the grace of God, it could be any one of us. we can give to people that have real needs. We have new hours of operation now We also receive clothes and other items – Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 from different organizations. p.m. We give out food on the second and All of us work hard daily to sort and pack fourth Wednesday of every month. We take into boxes these clothes to have them ready donations of clothes, food and other house- to send to different places where they are hold items anytime. Also our new phone needed. Without the volunteer staff we have number is (803) 608-6826. If you are ever here, it would be almost impossible to keep in the neighborhood, stop by and see our up with everything. A big thank you to all of operation in person. We would love to show our volunteers, and all their effort in making you around. You are cordially 1SJDF
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3t8 22 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, May 28, 2008 W-S actors win Garcia Theater Project By ROB NOVIT Senior writer

Wagener-Salley High School took first place at the Garcia Theater Project competition Saturday, May 3 and South Aiken High’s Lucy Lee Herron turned in a bravura performance to win best actress honors. North Augusta High School took sec- ond among the teams, and one of its cast members, Jeff Herrington, took best actor honors. The contest, held at USC Aiken, brought together five high schools to showcase the one-act plays they’ve been rehearsing this semester. Herron, just a freshman, got rave reviews from the judges following her appearance in “The Yellow Wallpaper.” The play, adapted by South Aiken teacher Craig Kessler from an 1891 short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, weaves a narra- tive of a woman’s descent into madness. Herron performed that narrative nearly 45 minutes, with actors Adam Martin and Jessica Jordan making brief appearances. She is familiar to Aiken Community Play- house fans for a variety of roles, but noth- ing like this, she admitted. “One of the challenges,” Herron said, “was that I had to feel uncomfortable, which is not like me. Then as she (the narrator) goes crazy, I have to be very restrained. We only rehearsed for a month, and it took all that time to learn that restraint.” When Wagener-Salley entered the first Garcia Theater Project contest three years Photo by Rob Novit ago, most of the students were unfamiliar Wagener-Sallley High School student actors celebrate their first-place finish at the Garcia Theater Project at USC Aiken on Satur- with acting and staging. Not anymore. day, May 3. The comic play, “The Five Pound Sack,” told the desperate efforts of a boy to get Monetta High School; Simone Diggs and The Wagener-Salley faculty coaches, By coincidence, RS-M also performed out of a consumer education class assign- Erin Kelly from Aiken High; and Ashley Heather Loy and Tami Shaffer, were, of a play with a hellish theme, the comedy ment – carrying a bag around as if it’s a Adams, Beth Braddy and Zach Burch course, thrilled with their student perform- “A Cold Day in Hell.” Stephanie Lynd real baby. from North Augusta High. ers. (Brendetta Oakman) leads a revolt against “We’re very excited,” said Wagener- The event is sponsored by USCA, “We’ve gone through blood, sweat and the devil herself. Salley actress Ashley Jenkins. “It’s a great Public Education Partners and the Aiken tears and fighting ‘senioritis,’” Shaffer said. Damian Trasler’s “Work in Progress,” way to cap off my senior year. We all County School District. Jack Benjamin, “But they brought a lot of themselves to is a clever send-up of crime potboilers got along and wanted to put on our best chair of USCA’s Department of Visual this place. It’s an amazing group.” and film noir. A writer (Alex Parfenoff) performance and create a good name for and Performing Arts, served as host. The North Augusta play, Maurice Hill’s has finished his novel when his three Wagener-Salley for years to come.” Several USCA theater students provided “Miss Twiddle and the Devil,” featured main characters – the private eye (Andrew Jenkins was named to the All-Star assistance to the teams and also conducted Herrington as the devil and Adams as Bunce), the femme fatale (Diggs) and the team, which also included Sydnie Miller, workshops for the high school students. Twiddle. The devil encounters Twiddle loyal secretary (Kelly) – start complain- Samuel Leguizamon and Stephanie The theater project is named for bene- on Earth, and she is too overbearing and ing about the plot and demand alternative Leguizamon from Wagener-Salley; factors Carlos and Karen Garcia, who mean-spirited even for him. He tries to endings. Samantha Cochren, Corsica Bussey and announced a grant of $2,000 to conduct figure out a way to make her nicer and put Contact Rob Novit at Brendetta Oakman from Ridge Spring- the event in 2009. her on the stairway to heaven. [email protected]. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 23 Fathers need to play active role in sons’ lives

“There is no longer a need for dire play a vital role in the lives of young young boys from a possible life of dark- a woman cannot teach her son, and that prediction, handwriting or apprehension boys, their absence will continue to send ness, fathers need to wake up, step up is how to be a man. I remember reading about losing a generation of black boys. out a negative reac- to the plate and take responsibility for somewhere, that, “in order to be a man, It is too late!” tion that will be passed their own actions. Here are a few topics you have to first see one.” Wow! The person that made that state- down from generation I discussed in my workshop, “Calling All Fatherless families leave mothers with ment has totally given up, not only on to generation until the Men, It’s Time to Wake Up”: the overwhelming responsibility of play- black boys, but all boys in general. He cycle is broken. (1) The five types of dads – the absent ing both roles. Single mothers are over- feels that, in education, employment, Some people might dad, the distant dad, the demanding taxed with the obligations of raising chil- economics, incarceration, health, hous- call this a genera- dad, the involved but visionless dad, the dren, preparing meals, cleaning house, ing, and parenting, we have lost a whole tional curse; I call it an involved and strategic dad. A father can shuttling kids to and from school, mak- generation of black boys. excuse. The develop- become either one at any given time. I ing doctors appointments, helping with Therefore, if that statement is true, KEN ment of gangs in our have known men to play multiples roles. homework and tending to car repairs. All my question to you is will we lose the CHANDLER communities is a result Just because a father lives at home does this leaves very little time for nurturing next two or three generations or possibly of boys missing their not mean he is available to his son. their children or themselves. every generation hereafter to the street, fathers. This is why males rank highest (2) Building relationships. In fact, most hardworking moms do negative media, gangs, drugs, poor edu- in the prison system, high school drop- (3) I cannot do it all. Here I talk about not have an outlet for their own stress. cation, unemployment, absentee fathers, out, homelessness, unemployment and our strong women that feel they can do This weariness takes its toll on the chil- crime, violence and death? discipline problems in the school system. it alone, “I don’t need a man, I can do it dren. Moms with short fuses are unable We teach our children to understand As another effort to save the genera- all by myself.” Let’s face it, yes, we do to cater to the emotional needs of her for every action there is a reaction. I tion that many have given up on, I have have a lot of strong women that have and children mainly because they are too believe that most of the time, the “reac- recently implemented a mini workshop still are doing a tremendous job of inde- busy trying to deal with their own emo- tion” is impacted by the “action.” An to educate fathers on the negative effect pendent child rearing. But, it is impos- tional needs. absentee father is considered to be the their absence have on young boys. sible; mothers cannot do it all. If we have lost our young boys to the action of young boys and the young boys I believe that their absence is the Mothers who believe that they are streets, gangs, prisons and even death, are just reacting upon their actions. major cause for most of the young boys’ doing it all and doing it well are fool- how many of those young boys had an Until we realize and accept that fathers negative behavior. In order to save our ing themselves. There is one thing that active father in their lives? Princeton Estate Beautiful Brick Home 3600 sqft on 3.86 acres

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By SUSIE NAVARRO community for your out pouring of love during our 3(5-0%243 Contributor 3(5-0%243 loss. We would appreciate John Michael Doolittle your continuing prayers for was well liked by everyone the family especially for and loved by most. He had Alice, Lacie and John. A a kind and giving heart with special thanks to Rev. Chris an unforgettable smile. Addy and his wife Mandy, I remember him as a child who never left our sides who loved to play outside throughout this difficult "GE=LGOF in the dirt and mud. He was time. Another special thanks a very loving little boy who to Mr. Wilson Blizzard for grew up to be a fine young being so kind and sincere man. His mama would put in helping with every detail aside her housework just to and showing concern for *JGM< play with her children. the family. We are blessed Our family has a unique to live in such a small town bond because my family because we are not divided and Alice’s family lived in together. The memories of by race or ethnic back- one another’s back yards. John Michael will never ground; we are accepted as We were all only a “holler” fade because he is forever in who we are. John Michael away. Eventually, all of the our hearts. will never be forgotten and siblings were living here John Michael’s friends his memories will live on. and our family grew from have been so wonderfully We know he is looking just the three of us: Jamie, supportive to Alice, Lacie down from Heaven smiling Alice and I, to the Garvins, and John during this difficult at us all! We miss you, John Doolittles, and the Navar- time. Our family would like Michael Doolittle! ros. From Sunday dinners at to thank all of Doolittle’s With all my love, Aunt Nana and Papas, to softball friends, the Wagener-Sal- Susie games in the field, to riding ley Senior Class of 2008, four wheelers … we were The Petal Shoppe, admin- John Michael Doolittle always doing something istrators, teachers and the Dec. 25, 1989-April 1, 2008 4FSWJOH
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 R119684•WT052808 R119672•0WT052808 26 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, May 28, 2008 DEATHS AND FUNERALS Julie Ann Brewer Walter Williams Visitation for Miss Julie Ann Brewer, 29, Funeral services for Mr. Walter Wil- was held Monday, May 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. liams of Wagener was held Saturday, in the Wagener Chapel of Blizzard Funeral May 3, 2008, at 3 p.m. at Chalk Hill Home. The service was Tuesday, May 6, also Baptist Church, Wagener. Burial was in in the chapel, at 2 p.m. Julie is survived by her the Swedenburg-Gunter Cemetery. He mother, Janice Tubbs Brewer; father, Wal- was placed in the church one hour prior lace Eugene Brewer, and stepmother, Lynn to the service. Brewer; signifi cant other, Donna Flake; and Visitation was held Friday, May 2 from Damon Flake, whom she loved like a son. 6 to 8 p.m. at the J.H. Robinson Funeral Home, 190 Railroad Ave. W., Wagener, and the residence of Ms. Sugar Sugar; 11 Submitted photos Michael Pinckney Chanstalas, Salley. Setting up for the yard sale at the Henhouse. GASTON — Funeral services for Michael Born in Aiken County to Ernest Staley Pinckney, 57, was held Saturday, May 17, and the late Lucille L. Williams, he was 2008, at 3 p.m. from Smyrna Baptist Church, educated in the public schools of Aiken Springfi eld. Mr. Pinckney was be placed in County. He was a member of the Chalk NOISES IN THE HENHOUSE the church one hour before services. Hill Baptist Church and he worked at Born in Aiken County to Julia P. Jerry and Gregg’s Division of Graniteville. This time of year always brings out goods. Sarah cooked sausage and bacon the late Whitt Quattlebaum, he was educated Mr. Williams left to cherish his lov- those slimy fellows, the snakes. At the for Charlotte’s homemade buttermilk in the public schools of Aiken County and ing memories sons, Walter Garvin of Henhouse we like to share our snake biscuits. By 9 a.m. customers started was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. Wagener and Walter Williams Jr. of Sal- stories or just listen to them as we sit arriving just as we got it all together. He was formerly employed by Southeastern ley; father, Earnest Lee Staley of Salley; around the lunch table. Viola and Henry We had many visitors at the sale. and N.W. Trucking Company. eight sisters, Louise McCullough of Sal- told how they got chased by one in their There were old friends to talk with and Mr. Pinckney left to cherish his memo- ley, Deloris Salley, Eartha Lee Robin- driveway. Sarah said she has to check new ones to meet and greet. The front ries his wife, Annette Pinckney of Aiken; son, Patricia (Fulmer) Jackson, Rosetta every chicken nest before she gathers yard was buzzing with folks looking two sons, Todd Pinckney of Gaston and (Raymond Lee) Brown, all of Wagener, eggs. My story is that my husband likes through and purchasing the bargains we Tamic Muhammad of Columbia; a daughter, Lucinda Landy and Lavenia (Bobby) to capture snakes in jars for me to identi- set out. There was something for every- Sheibra Cullum of Aiken; mother, Julia P. Corley, both of Columbia, Wanda Tyler fy. I really think he likes to see my reac- body. Jerry of Gaston; maternal grandmother, Ru- and Ms. Sugar, both of Salley; six broth- tion. If they are not poisonous, I ask him At the front desk, Estelle added up the bins W. Pinckney of Gaston; two grandchil- ers, Jasper (Retha Mae) Williams, Leroy to let them go. One cannot be too careful purchases and Will (Sarah’s grandson) dren, aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law, brothers- (Sallie Mae) Williams, Matthew (Joan- by looking where you step and what you took charge over the cash register. We in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, other nie) Landy, Chester (Patricia) Williams, grab in the country. called him the Banker. He did a good job relatives and very close friends. Melvin Williams, all of Salley, and Wil- Mary takes the prize for snake stories. taking money and making check out a Visitation was held at the residence of Ms. lie Ray Williams of Salley; sisters-in- She spied a rather large snake on her breeze. Annette C. Pinckney, 1911 Alan Ave., Aiken, law, brothers-in-law and a host of nieces, porch the other day and went to get her One of our visitors read in last and of his mother, Julia Pinckney Jerry, 2105 nephews, other relatives and very close gun. When she came back with her gun, month’s Wagener Monthly about our Sandy Run Drive, Gaston, and Friday, May friends. she fired at the snake, killing it. This was guests from The Netherlands. Mike 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at J.H. Robinson Funeral J.H. Robinson Funeral Home, 90 Rail- good because it was a poisonous one. Miller from Wagener came by to talk Home, 190 Railroad Ave. W., Wagener. road Ave. W., Wagener, SC 29164. The bad part of the story is that the loud with Rachel, Steve and Nancy about bang caused Mary to go nearly deaf for a Tjoan and Menmo. Mike’s ancestors few weeks. came from The Netherlands. He was You can’t believe all the preparation it impressed that we would show such hos- takes to have a bake/yard sale (or maybe pitality and befriend them. To show his you can). We worked for days getting gratitude, he made a donation to the min- ready for the yard sale. JoAnn, Estelle, istry. We are thankful for his generosity. Rachel, Viola, Henry, Steve, Nancy, Thanks to our neighbors who support- Charlotte and I worked most of the day ed our Pre-Mother’s Day Bake/Yard Sale before separating and pricing all the and made it a big success. Also, thanks things for the yard sale while the other to the Willing Workers at the Henhouse members were at home baking cakes, and their families members who worked pies and breads. hard at making this years’ sale one of On the day of the sale, we arrived very the best. Most of all, we thank God for early to set up the tables outside, put up allowing us to serve Him through the signs and hang up the clothing. Inside in Henhouse Ministry. the kitchen Sarah, Viola, Vertie Lee, the Until next time, “keep thinking the two Jeans and Charlotte got the tables good thoughts and remember to love ready with all the wonderful baked your neighbor.” James, Charlotte and Estelle at the quilt. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 27 Woman’s Club again recognized at State Convention

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From the Reverend Kristen R. I feel peace that the call of God to a post office, for the Blizzard family’s Richardson-Frick new area is real. care and assistance through joyous and Pastor of Wagener United Methodist Church Now, I know that this town and all difficult times, for Dee’s understand- of you have been branded on my soul ing on my “pushing” deadlines for Dear Friends, by the Holy Spirit. this paper, for the encouraging words I stand amazed at what God has Now, I cherish memories of this offered from acquaintances and friends done over the past six years! place that will bring me joy and affir- at the grocery store or on the sidewalk, Six years ago, I was preparing to mation and challenge for the rest of and for LeMyra’s inspiring words Congratulations to move to a town I’d grown up 35 min- my life and ministry. which often gave me new appreciation the 2008 graduates utes from, but had never heard of. I I write today to say “thank you.” for people I already knew and loved. was living in an apartment in North Thank you for embracing me as a I will always remember with grati- of Wagener-Salley Augusta, serving as the associate pas- pastor in this community. Those of tude the help of Sherrie and others at High School! tor of Grace United Methodist Church. you who have done so have recognized the pharmacy, of Tony, Gail, and oth- I was packing my boxes to move to and affirmed God’s call and claim on ers at the Petal Shoppe, of Jackie as Wagener. my life, and have challenged me to we prepared for John Edward’s arrival The June edition of Now, it is time to pack them again. greater ministry. by making our wills, of Dr. Antley and Wagener Monthly will be Six years ago, I had no idea what I’d Thank you for the privilege of lead- the wonderful ladies at the Wagener find in Wagener; I knew no one. Now, ing worship at community services and Vision Clinic, and of those who served our graduation all of you are a permanent part of my beloved friends’ funerals. Thank you us with such care at the Pizza Stop, edition and will contain heart. for allowing me to share in the joy of Russell’s Pizza, the Kwik Karry, Sub- Six years ago, I could not have celebrations and recognitions of all way and the Wok ‘n Roll. Wagener-Salley known that this town would not just kinds. Thank you for being a place and My appreciation for these and many, graduation photos be a stop on my journey of life, but a people open to newcomers. Thank many other people in the community and news. rather a place that will forever feel you for helping to shape this young will endure. like “home.” minister. As I move from Wagener to Six years ago, I would not have I will never forget walking in to Orangeburg to serve another church If you would like to purchase believed that the little church I came Tyler Brothers for the first time, as pastor, please know that I take all ad space to congratulate your to serve would form and mold me as a watching Christ Central miraculously of you, and this town, with me in my graduate, please call Dee at minister. renovate “unsalvageable” old stately heart. 1-800-559-2311, ext. 2371. Six years ago, I never thought I’d homes, smelling the chicken cooking God calls one away, and sends Special rates are available for be married, much less a mother … but at our annual Bazaar, taking my “little another who cares just as deeply. God you have helped me to embrace my pirate” to “Light the Night,” leading is faithful to send us the Spirit, with graduates. wonderful husband and my beautiful an Easter Sunrise Service under the guidance and power, if we remain child, whom you’ve enjoyed watching old Pavilion and in the old Wagener open to receive. ride around town on a bicycle and in a Manufacturing Building, picking up May we all always be answering bike trailer. the Wagener Monthly at the end of the Lord’s call, and be growing in Six years ago, I could not have each month, and walking to Town Hall grace and faithfulness. And may we all imagined how Wagener would shape to pay my bills. always hold one another in prayer and my life and ministry. I will forever be grateful for Scott’s in heart. But that was then. And this is now. smiling face and helping hand at the Now, I cry tears of grief at moving bank, for Tina’s sweet conversation at Grace and peace to all of you, to another place of ministry, even as the Town Hall, for Jane’s smile at the Rev. Kristen Richardson-Frick

phone numbers posted on the window so that I had found his high school class ring This is the second time that I have been Ring I gave the cell number a try. It was Mrs. and asked him if he would like to have it able to give a class ring back to the owner. Jeffcoat. She is the sister-in-law of Steve, back. He said that he would love to have The first ring had been lost for 12 years. Continued from 1 the owner of the lost ring. I told her that I it back so we made arrangements to meet Steve asked I he could pay me something right track. I looked up the phone num- had been trying to get in touch with Steve at Jeffcoat Realty. I met him there and for returning the ring. I declined. I told him ber for Mr. Jeffcoat and tried to call him. because I had found his class ring. Mrs. returned the ring to him. that if anyone ever found my class ring I No luck, I kept getting the answer machine. Jeffcoat told me that Steve was probably Steve told me at first that he didn’t even could only hope that they would return it I was really anxious to get in contact with at his mother’s house and she gave me remember that the ring had been lost. He to me. him. I kept trying until about 9:30 p.m. the the phone number so that I could call him thought that it was in his wife’s jewelry My grandson, Derrick Hall, and I like to night of the 22nd. The next morning I tried there. I asked her not to tell Steve what it box. He called me back the next day after go metal detecting together. We have a lot again at 7:45 a.m. – still just the answering was about until I could talk to him. I want- trying to remember what had happened to of fun. We never know what we may find. machine. ed to surprise him. the ring. It seems that he had let his Son In the years that I have been metal detect- I decided that I would go downtown I called the phone number that Mrs. Jef- wear the ring and his son had lost it cutting ing I have found thousands of coins and Wagener to Jeffcoat Realty. I got there fcoat had given me and Steve answered the grass at the house where I had found the many rings and other jewelry. My oldest before they opened. There were some phone. I told him who I was and told him ring. It had been in the ground for 23 years. coin to date was an 1892 Barber dime. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 • Wagener Monthly ■ 31

two church members. She proudly wears 25 funerals – two of which were for my I was thrilled when our small-in-number Richardson-Frick one of the stoles from that special collec- immediate family – LaGrant R. Todd, church family sent several thousand dol- Continued from 1 tion every Sunday. my mother-in-law and C.E. Tyler Jr., my lars to Katrina relief through UMCOR Rev. Kristen came to Wagener as a father. This year, on the second Sunday (United Methodist Committee on Relief) became sister churches to form the Swan- family of one. She will go to St. Paul’s of Easter, March 30, Wagener UMC and directly to an affected family. sea-Wagener Charge – a union that has in Orangeburg as a family of three. The witnessed eight people join its member- “We have also renovated the sanctu- been very beneficial to both churches. third member of Kristen’s family is a ship – another great day in the history of ary and reroofed all portions of the main John currently serves as pianist and handsome boy, named John Edward, born WUMC! church building and parsonage, some- music director for Swansea UMC and on to Kristen and John on Jan. 4, 2005. John Rev. Kristen R. Richardson-Frick has thing that also makes me proud.” occasion shares his musical talents with Edward loves to play outside with his dad been a true spiritual leader for the last six Once again as God turns the pages the Wagener congregation. Rev. Kristen and can be seen most afternoons on his years. When asked the question “What do of the book containing the history of brings the Sunday morning message at John Deere Gator riding round and round you consider to be the most significant Wagener UMC to the page entitled “June 9:45 in Wagener after which she then in the parsonage yard. He knows many accomplishments while pastor of Wagener 2008 through June ?,” He, of course, travels approximately 20 miles to do the in the congregation by name and very UMC?” she offered the following: “I am knows what will be written on the pages same at 11:15 in Swansea. On Monday rarely meets a stranger. The birth of Ben- proud of the fact that, together, we have that follow. At the same time, as we and Wednesday mornings she can be jamin Hipp to Rev. John Hipp and wife increased our average worship attendance reflect on the events recorded on the found at her office at Wagener UMC and Carol 25 years ago was the last time the by nearly 40 percent (statistics are in our pages of yet another chapter in that same on Tuesday and Thursdays at her office at Wagener UMC parsonage heard the cries charge conference reports) over the past history book that are soon to be complete, Swansea UMC. of a newborn. six years. I am also proud that we were I am reminded of a beautiful verse found Wagener UMC celebrated the ordina- Having served Wagener UMC over the able to dedicate ourselves to fully fund- in Matthew 25:21 that perfectly fits the tion of Rev. Kristen as a United Meth- past six years and the Swansea-Wagener ing the mission and ministry that comes leadership that God has provided for His odist elder in May of 2004. Elders are Charge over the past four years, Rev. through our now-consistent 100 percent people in Wagener through His servant, ordained to service (serving others in Kristen has become very familiar with apportionment payments. It has been Kristen R. Richardson-Frick. “Well done, Christ’s name), Word (preaching), Sacra- patient rooms and surgery waiting rooms quite a few years since WUMC had been my good and faithful servant. Since you ment (administering Baptism and Com- in Augusta, Aiken, Orangeburg, Charles- able to do that. have been faithful in small matters, I will munion) and order (ordering the life of ton, Lexington and Columbia hospitals. “It does my heart good to see that we give you great responsibility. Come share the church). Pastors of churches are to In the Wagener congregation, she has have begun to have consistent lay-led your master’s joy.” be elders. To celebrate her ordination, a baptized 10 new members, performed the Bible studies, monthly Communion deliv- God be with you Kristen – ’til we reception was given in her honor where wedding ceremonies of seven couples, ery to homebound members, and (over meet again! Our prayers of support and she was presented a collection of clergy both members and nonmembers, and has the past 5 years) new Sunday School heartfelt love go with you, John and John stoles that had been lovingly crafted by planned and officiated approximately classes for children and younger adults. Edward! R115767•WAG013008

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